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Playa Bluff Hotel

2.5 star property
Waterfront lodge with an outdoor pool

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On the beach, white sand
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free daily continental breakfast
Triple Room, Terrace | Bathroom
Aerial view
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

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Map
Bluff Beach, Bocas del Toro
  • Popular LocationBluff Beach5 min walk
  • Popular LocationTortuga Beach1 min drive
  • Popular LocationPaunch Beach30 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Garden View

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Quadruple Room, Balcony

Quadruple Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Balcony

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, Balcony

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Courtyard Area

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Courtyard Area

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Courtyard Area

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 232.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 185 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Courtyard Area

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Balcony | Bathroom

Family Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 45 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Triple Room, Terrace

Triple Room, Terrace

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Terrace
Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 38 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite

Studio Suite | In-room dining

Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Washer/dryer
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

Basic Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

Basic Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Studio Suite | Private kitchen

Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Washer/dryer
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Courtyard Area

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Courtyard Area

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Courtyard Area

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Courtyard Area

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Washer/dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Bocas del Toro

At Playa Bluff Hotel you'll be within steps of Red Frog Beach and Wizard Beach. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .The restaurant, Playa Bluff Hotel, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Bocas del Toro lodge, you'll be 0.4 km (0.2 mi) from Bluff Beach and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Paunch Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Bluff Beach - 5 min walk
  • Tortuga Beach - 1 min drive
  • Carenero Island - 10 min drive
  • Starfish Beach - 18 min drive
  • Paunch Beach - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brother’s - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Café Del Mar - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Tequila Republic - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Doghouse Pizza - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bibi's On The Beach - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Playa Bluff Hotel

Waterfront lodge with an outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Playa Bluff Hotel. A round-trip airport shuttle and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bocas del Toro lodge.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Playa Bluff Hotel offers 20 accommodations with washers/dryers and a safe. This Bocas del Toro lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Playa Bluff Hotel

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Safe
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per accommodation, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 40.0

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, mobile payments and PayPal. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Playa Bluff Lodge Bocas del Toro
Playa Bluff Bocas del Toro
Playa Bluff
Playa Bluff Lodge
Playa Bluff Hotel Lodge
Playa Bluff Hotel Bocas del Toro
Playa Bluff Hotel Lodge Bocas del Toro

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Playa Bluff Hotel?

Playa Bluff Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Playa Bluff Hotel?

As of 4 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Playa Bluff Hotel on 20 June 2024 start from AU$144.60, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Playa Bluff Hotel?

Yep, Playa Bluff Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Playa Bluff Hotel?

Yep, Playa Bluff Hotel is on Bluff Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling.

Does Playa Bluff Hotel have a pool?

Playa Bluff Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Playa Bluff Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental brekkie is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Playa Bluff Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Playa Bluff Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Playa Bluff Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Playa Bluff Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Playa Bluff Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Playa Bluff Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

George

Food was not good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Cameron

An adventure
If you go to Playa Bluff hotel, think about an adventure. No air conditioning anywhere. The restaurant has new chef from Italy. We only had breakfast there, (was ok) never ate dinner. We had dinner every night at Hummingbird hotel, amazing food, great ambience. Walking distance. The pool did not opened until the day we left. They had lost electricity and it was disgusting, so took time to clean. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful, the room is nice, doesn't have a fitted sheet, so is a little uncomfortable to sleep with a sheet that moves all around. No Mattress cover, the room could be cleaned better, need to move furniture and clean behind and under, since its a tropical place, spiders are everywhere. There is a big community kitchen that is fully equipped and you can buy food and make whatever you want. Unfortunately there are no markets close by, you have to take the shuttle that comes every hour in front of hotel for $3 or a taxi $20 into town ( around 30 minute ride one way) to buy food. Unfortunately the ocean was extremely rough, so we were not able to swim in the ocean, but if you walk the trail for about an hour or bike (they have bikes for rent) you reach beautiful natural pools. Take a book and plan to relax, eat and enjoy the weather, and go into town and take tours to the islands. You can arrange all tours with the hotel. The hotel is building a new spa, and tour thru their jungle and waterfalls.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Pam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Over rated over priced
This was the most expensive place that we stayed at in Panama and was the worst by a landslide. The patio door was just a screen that anyone could have broken into. We were woken up by loud people 3 of the 6 nights we stayed there and management pretty much said it was out of their control! Not impressed!!!! Our room was only “cleaned” twice, check in did not include instructions on where to get drinkable water, nor was there a glass in the room. The electrical outlets would not hold a plug for my charger. The sheets are too small for the bed and their are no mattress covers, yuck!!!! The curtains did not fully cover the windows. The patio door locks are broken, so a small padlock with a key is used. There are no lights on the patio, so sitting out and reading at night is not possible and there are wires hanging where lights should be. There was no hot water in the showers even after they were “fixed”. If you are there for surfing this is a great place to be, if that is not your intent then do not stay here, it is a long way from town and the shuttle only comes every 2 hours and a taxi will cost you $15-$20 one way. The breakfast is the same every day, eggs, pancake and toast with a few pieces of fruit. When we raised concerns it fell on deaf ears, the owner/manager thought that our concerns were trivial. She certainly does not belong in the hospitality business. This place has the potential to be quite lovely, but falls very short of its potential.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

James, Ontario

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great property on Playa Bluff. Filter was broken on pool while we were there so we didn’t get to use that. Lots of wildlife surrounding this property. Room was average for the price but we enjoyed our time here and the relaxing vibes in that area. Food at surrounding hotels was very good. The lodge only serves breakfast and it is average. Two pancakes, some scrambled eggs, two pieces of toast and 5-6 cubes of fruit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Dave

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Property Needs More Work but LOVED the Manager
The Playa Bluff Lodge seems to be in the middle of a "resurrection" of sorts. Apparently the place had a fire last year that destroyed the kitchen and perhaps more. I gather that the owner is trying to recover the business but seems to be doing it on the cheap. The only reason I give an overall "good" rating is due to the manager of the place, Magarena (Maga for short) who went out of her way to help us have a pleasant stay. The property has HUGE potential but it appears progress is very slow. I highly recommend visiting the Playa Bluff neighborhood but if you want a more comfortable stay, I recommend The Plantation, Hummingbird, or Oasis. Worth mentioning is the bus service that runs between Bocas town and Playa Bluff. The vans that act as a bus run every 30 minutes or so $3 each way but be prepared for a bumpy and often crowded 20 minute ride. The area is beautiful with opportunities to see sloths and Howler monkeys in your back yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Really nice hotel, in front of the beach
The hotel and the staff is really nice, unfortunately the pool was not working but not a big deal, the hotel is green so they use solar panel for electricity and water pumping, so no air condinationing is installed.